2005 Opel Tigra vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 2005 Opel Tigra 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Tigra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Tigra weights approximately 221 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 Opel Tigra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Tigra | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Tigra | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
