1975 Simca 1301 vs. 1985 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta (109 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1301 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1301 | 1985 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1301 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
