1974 Simca 1301 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1301 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
