1970 Opel Olympia 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 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Olympia (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1301 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1970 Opel Olympia.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Opel Olympia | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Opel | Simca |
Model | Olympia | 1301 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |