1970 Simca 1301 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 994 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, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Simca 1301 | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1301 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
