1989 Porsche 944 vs. 1964 Simca 1300
To start off, 1989 Porsche 944 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 944 (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 944 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1964 Simca 1300. 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, 1989 Porsche 944 (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Porsche 944 | 1964 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | 944 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
