1993 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1993 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 19 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1396 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, 1993 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Bentley Brooklands | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Bentley | Simca |
Model | Brooklands | 1301 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2530 mm |