2005 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 246 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 Pontiac Sunfire (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Sunfire | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Simca |
| Model | Sunfire | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
