1971 Simca 1301 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 39 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 221 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1301 | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Simca | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1301 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
