1974 Simca 1301 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 25 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 192 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, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1301 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
