2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1970 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 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | 911 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
