1972 Simca 1301 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 532 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 Passat (326 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1301 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
