1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1995 Fiat Bravo is newer by 20 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 1,893 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Bravo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 130 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, 1995 Fiat Bravo (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Bravo | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Bravo | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1893 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
