1995 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 23 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 540 kg more than 1972 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 Mitsubishi Diamante (306 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Simca |
| Model | Diamante | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
