1971 Fiat 125 vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 1971 Fiat 125 is newer by 1 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Simca 1301 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1971 Fiat 125.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 125 | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Fiat | Simca |
Model | 125 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |