1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 220 kg more than 1971 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, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Tracker | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
