1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 831 kg more than 1974 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Simca | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1301 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
