1974 Simca 1301 vs. 1970 Volkswagen K 70
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 K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1974 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, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen K 70 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 K 70 | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1301 | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
