2000 Proton Tiara vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2000 Proton Tiara is newer by 28 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Proton Tiara (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Proton Tiara should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2000 Proton Tiara.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Simca 1301 (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Proton Tiara | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Proton | Simca |
| Model | Tiara | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
