2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 938 kg more than 1975 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 Grand Cherokee (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Jeep | Simca |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2530 mm |
