1990 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 360 kg more than 1975 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 Mitsubishi Debonair (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Simca |
| Model | Debonair | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
