1972 Simca 1301 vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 38 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rio weights approximately 66 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, 2010 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Simca | Kia |
| Model | 1301 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4026 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2499 mm |
