1975 Simca 1301 vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 35 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 240 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, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1301 | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Simca | Fiat |
| Model | 1301 | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
