1975 Simca 1301 vs. 2006 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Reno is newer by 31 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Reno (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Reno weights approximately 25 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, 2006 Suzuki Reno (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Reno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1301 | 2006 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Simca | Suzuki |
| Model | 1301 | Reno |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
