1999 Chevrolet Express vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Express is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1294 kg more than 1972 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 Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Express | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Express | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2334 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2530 mm |
