1971 Simca 1301 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 40 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 515 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, 2011 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Simca 1301 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Simca | BMW |
Model | 1301 | 120 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |