1999 AC Aceca vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 570 kg more than 1971 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, 1999 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
Make | AC | Simca |
Model | Aceca | 1301 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2530 mm |