1971 Simca 1301 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,984 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 258 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1301 | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1301 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1404 mm |
