1975 Simca 1301 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 28 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1975 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1301 | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1301 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
