1982 Porsche 944 vs. 1969 Simca 1301
To start off, 1982 Porsche 944 is newer by 13 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 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 944 (163 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 944 weights approximately 165 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, 1982 Porsche 944 (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1301. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1301. 1982 Porsche 944 has automatic transmission and 1969 Simca 1301 has manual transmission. 1969 Simca 1301 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Porsche 944 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Porsche 944 | 1969 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | 944 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |
