1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 1970 Simca 1301 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 366 kg more than 1970 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
Model | Corvette | 1301 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |