1977 Opel Commodore vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1977 Opel Commodore is newer by 3 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 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Commodore (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Commodore weights approximately 271 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, 1977 Opel Commodore (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Commodore | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Commodore | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
