1975 Simca 1301 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 36 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 394 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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
Model | 1301 | Jetta |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2651 mm |