1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 16 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 940 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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Caprice | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
