1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 33 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Fabia (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 156 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, 2007 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Simca | Skoda |
| Model | 1301 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
