1974 Simca 1301 vs. 1984 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 10 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Polo (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 284 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Polo.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. (97 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 1984 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1301 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2400 mm |
