1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 38 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 170 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Simca 1301 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Simca | Mini |
Model | 1301 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2466 mm |