1971 Simca 1301 vs. 2011 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Tucson (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 413 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 Hyundai Tucson (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1301 | 2011 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Simca | Hyundai |
| Model | 1301 | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2639 mm |
