1973 Simca 1301 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP) has 139 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 485 kg more than 1973 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, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Simca 1301 | 2001 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1301 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
