1994 Fiat 126 vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1994 Fiat 126 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1301 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1994 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1994 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Simca 1301 (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat 126 | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 126 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2530 mm |
