1975 Simca 1301 vs. 1986 Holden Camira
To start off, 1986 Holden Camira is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Camira (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1301 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1986 Holden Camira.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Holden Camira (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1301 | 1986 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Simca | Holden |
| Model | 1301 | Camira |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
