1980 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1980 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 934 kg more than 1971 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, 1980 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 De Tomaso Deauville | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Simca |
| Model | Deauville | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
