1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1973 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 S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | S-10 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2530 mm |
