1999 Bentley Continental vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1999 Bentley Continental 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Continental (422 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1436 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 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 775 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Continental | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Bentley | Simca |
| Model | Continental | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2530 mm |
