1974 Simca 1301 vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volkswagen 1600 (53 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volkswagen 1600 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 39 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1301 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
