1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 306 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 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Simca | Porsche |
| Model | 1301 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2415 mm |
