2007 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 206 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 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Morgan Aero 8 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Morgan | Simca |
| Model | Aero 8 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
