1971 Simca 1301 vs. 2001 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2001 GAZ 3111 is newer by 30 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 460 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, 2001 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1301 | 2001 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Simca | GAZ |
| Model | 1301 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
