1993 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1993 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 21 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 705 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, 1993 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bristol Blenheim | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Bristol | Simca |
| Model | Blenheim | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
