1987 Lamborghini Portofino vs. 1969 Simca 1301
To start off, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is newer by 18 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 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (225 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino weights approximately 475 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, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1301. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Portofino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lamborghini Portofino | 1969 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Simca |
| Model | Portofino | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 53 L |
