1999 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1974 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 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Simca |
Model | L 200 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2530 mm |