1997 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1997 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 23 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 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 745 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, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Infiniti Q45 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Simca |
| Model | Q45 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
