1991 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 486 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, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Simca |
| Model | Trans Sport | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
