1994 Lada Samara vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 1994 Lada Samara is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Simca 1301 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1994 Lada Samara.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lada Samara | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Lada | Simca |
| Model | Samara | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
