1995 Hyundai Marcia vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1995 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 336 kg more than 1974 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, 1995 Hyundai Marcia (189 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Hyundai Marcia | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Simca |
| Model | Marcia | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
