2007 GMC Savana vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 33 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1599 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, 2007 GMC Savana (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Savana | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | GMC | Simca |
| Model | Savana | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2530 mm |
