1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 32 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 385 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, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1301 | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
