1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 39 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 749 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Simca | Kia |
| Model | 1301 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
