1996 BMW 318 vs. 1968 Simca 1301
To start off, 1996 BMW 318 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 318 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1968 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 318 (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1301. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 318 | 1968 Simca 1301 | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | 318 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |