1985 Fiat Uno vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1985 Fiat Uno is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Uno (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1301 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1985 Fiat Uno.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Fiat Uno (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Uno | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Uno | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
