2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 38 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 561 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 542 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Corvette | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
