1992 Porsche 911 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 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 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 161 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, 1992 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 911 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | 911 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
