1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2010 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 36 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Ulysse (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 636 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, 2010 Fiat Ulysse (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 2010 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Simca | Fiat |
| Model | 1301 | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
