1971 Simca 1301 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 34 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 358 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1301 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1301 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 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 | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
