1993 Morgan 4 vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1993 Morgan 4 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1993 Morgan 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Morgan 4 | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Morgan | Simca |
| Model | 4 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
