1983 Opel Rekord vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1983 Opel Rekord is newer by 9 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 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Rekord (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Rekord weights approximately 221 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, 1983 Opel Rekord (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Rekord | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Rekord | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
