1972 Simca 1301 vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 37 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rio (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 148 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, 2009 Kia Rio (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1301 | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Simca | Kia |
| Model | 1301 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2420 mm |
