2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP) has 330 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 605 kg more than 1973 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
