1998 Porsche 911 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 286 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 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | 911 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
