1993 Holden Commodore vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1993 Holden Commodore 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Commodore (221 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Commodore weights approximately 500 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 Holden Commodore (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Commodore | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Holden | Simca |
| Model | Commodore | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
