2001 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 333 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 Pontiac Bonneville (380 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Simca |
| Model | Bonneville | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
