1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1964 Simca 1300
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1964 Simca 1300. 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1964 Simca 1300 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
Model | Virage | 1300 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |