1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Metro is newer by 24 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Metro (53 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Metro should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1974 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Metro | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Metro | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
