1996 Porsche 993 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 22 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 350 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (342 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 993 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | 993 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2530 mm |
