1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 804 kg more than 1972 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
| Model | V8 Volante | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
