2004 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 32 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Lanos.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Lanos | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Simca |
| Model | Lanos | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
