1975 Simca 1301 vs. 1970 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1975 Simca 1301 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Zastava 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Zastava 1300 (53 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Zastava 1300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1301 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1970 Zastava 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1301 | 1970 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Simca | Zastava |
| Model | 1301 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2430 mm |
