1971 Simca 1301 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 33 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 1,421 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 194 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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (335 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1301 | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1301 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1421 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
