2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1968 Simca 1301
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1968 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Simca 1301. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1301. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1968 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Simca |
| Model | Discovery | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
