2001 Bentley Azure vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 2001 Bentley Azure is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1971 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, 2001 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 650 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Azure | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Bentley | Simca |
| Model | Azure | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2530 mm |
