1971 Simca 1301 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 24 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 90 kg more than 1971 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, 1995 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1301 | 1995 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1301 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
