1975 Simca 1301 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 421 kg more than 1975 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 Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1301 | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Simca | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1301 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2685 mm |
