1999 Acura NSX vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1999 Acura NSX is newer by 25 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura NSX weights approximately 450 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, 1999 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura NSX | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Acura | Simca |
| Model | NSX | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
