2002 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 28 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2002 Morgan Aero 8.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Morgan Aero 8 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Morgan | Simca |
| Model | Aero 8 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
