1999 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1999 Infiniti Q45 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 4,128 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 719 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 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Infiniti Q45 | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Infiniti | Simca |
Model | Q45 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4128 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |