1972 Simca 1301 vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Neon is newer by 28 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 1,687 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Plymouth Neon (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Plymouth Neon (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1301 | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Simca | Plymouth |
| Model | 1301 | Neon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
