1975 Simca 1301 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 29 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 345 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1301 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1301 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
