1992 Porsche 928 vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1992 Porsche 928 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 5,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (346 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 928 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1972 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 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 928 | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | 928 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5396 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
