1970 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1971 Simca 1301 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1301 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Vega.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Vega | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Vega | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
