1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 458 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 Touran (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 Touran | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1301 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
