2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 880 kg more than 1972 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
Model | V8 Vantage | 1301 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |