1978 Simca Horizon vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca Horizon would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Simca Horizon. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 544 kg more than 1978 Simca Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca Horizon. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca Horizon | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | Horizon | Passat |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2803 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
