1972 Simca 1301 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 39 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 48 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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1301 | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1301 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
