1971 Simca 1301 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe weights approximately 205 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 Mini Cooper Coupe (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1301 | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | Simca | Mini |
| Model | 1301 | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2466 mm |
