2000 Opel Speedster vs. 1968 Simca 1301
To start off, 2000 Opel Speedster is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Speedster weights approximately 13 kg more than 1968 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1301. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Speedster | 1968 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Opel | Simca |
Model | Speedster | 1301 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |