1971 Simca 1301 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Jetta (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1301 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 100 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1301 | 1980 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1301 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
