1981 Morgan 4 vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 1981 Morgan 4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Simca 1301 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1981 Morgan 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Morgan 4 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Morgan 4 | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Morgan | Simca |
| Model | 4 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
