1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 1 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 300 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | 200 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
