2004 Infiniti G35 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 2004 Infiniti G35 is newer by 30 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti G35 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 556 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, 2004 Infiniti G35 (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti G35 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Simca |
| Model | G35 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
