1971 Simca 1301 vs. 2012 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 41 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), 2012 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 669 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, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1301 | 2012 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Simca | Hyundai |
| Model | 1301 | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| 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 | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
