1993 Chevrolet APV vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet APV is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet APV (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 550 kg more than 1971 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 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet APV | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | APV | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
