1988 Morgan 4 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1988 Morgan 4 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Morgan 4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1988 Morgan 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Morgan 4 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Morgan 4 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Morgan | Simca |
| Model | 4 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
