1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 34 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), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 375 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1301 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
