1994 Porsche 968 vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 1994 Porsche 968 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP) has 189 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1973 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 968 | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | 968 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
