1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1973 Fiat 132 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 132 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1971 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, 1973 Fiat 132 (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 132 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
