1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 30 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (109 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 631 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, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1301 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |
