1999 Bentley Azure vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1999 Bentley Azure is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1975 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 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 650 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Azure | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Bentley | Simca |
Model | Azure | 1301 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2530 mm |