1988 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 14 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 860 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, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Caprice | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Caprice | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
