2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1021 kg more than 1971 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Jeep | Simca |
| Model | Cherokee | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
