1971 Simca 1301 vs. 2011 Opel Combo
To start off, 2011 Opel Combo 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1301 | 2011 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Simca | Opel |
| Model | 1301 | Combo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
