1972 Simca 1301 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 31 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (73 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 177 kg more than 1972 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1301 | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1301 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
