2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 27 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 640 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, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Trans Sport | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |
