1999 Infiniti I vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1999 Infiniti I 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti I weights approximately 470 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 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Infiniti I | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Simca |
| Model | I | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
