1971 Simca 1301 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 38 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 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 360 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, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1301 | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1301 | Citi |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
