1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 990 kg more than 1974 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Caprice | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
