2004 Rover 75 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 666 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 Rover 75 (418 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 75 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Rover | Simca |
| Model | 75 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |
