1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 38 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Bravo (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 336 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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Simca | Fiat |
| Model | 1301 | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
