1991 Fiat Tempra vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1991 Fiat Tempra is newer by 17 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Tempra (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1991 Fiat Tempra.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Fiat Tempra (111 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tempra | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Tempra | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
