1997 Peugeot Nautilus vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot Nautilus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus (194 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1997 Peugeot Nautilus.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot Nautilus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot Nautilus | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Simca |
| Model | Nautilus | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2530 mm |
