1995 Rover 200 vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 200 weights approximately 196 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 Rover 200 (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 200 | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Rover | Simca |
| Model | 200 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
