1998 Opel Vectra vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1998 Opel Vectra 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Vectra (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Vectra weights approximately 171 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, 1998 Opel Vectra (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Vectra | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Vectra | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
