1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 16 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 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 866 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Blazer | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
