1999 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Astro 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 855 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 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Astro | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Astro | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
