1991 Porsche 928 vs. 1969 Simca 1301
To start off, 1991 Porsche 928 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 5,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 928 (345 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 928 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1969 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1301. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 928 | 1969 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | 928 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5397 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 53 L |
