1979 Opel Ascona vs. 1969 Simca 1301
To start off, 1979 Opel Ascona is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,408 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Opel Ascona (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Opel Ascona weights approximately 87 kg more than 1969 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Opel Ascona (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1301. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Opel Ascona | 1969 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Opel | Simca |
Model | Ascona | 1301 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2408 cc | 1475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |