1972 Simca 1301 vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1301 | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1301 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
