1988 Lada Samara vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Samara (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Lada Samara (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Lada | Simca |
| Model | Samara | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
