1986 Fiat Croma vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1986 Fiat Croma is newer by 15 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Croma (154 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Croma weights approximately 140 kg more than 1971 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, 1986 Fiat Croma (235 Nm @ 2350 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Croma | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2350 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
