1971 Simca 1301 vs. 1986 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1986 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 15 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Vauxhall Astra (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1301 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1986 Vauxhall Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Vauxhall Astra. (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1301 | 1986 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Simca | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1301 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
