2005 AC Aceca vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 2005 AC Aceca is newer by 31 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 AC Aceca weights approximately 496 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, 2005 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Aceca | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | AC | Simca |
| Model | Aceca | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
