1982 Jeep CJ7 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1982 Jeep CJ7 is newer by 8 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Jeep CJ7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Jeep CJ7 (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Jeep CJ7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Jeep CJ7 weights approximately 291 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, 1982 Jeep CJ7 (128 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Jeep CJ7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Jeep CJ7 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Jeep | Simca |
| Model | CJ7 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
