1995 Fiat Coupe vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1995 Fiat Coupe is newer by 23 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Coupe (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 270 kg more than 1972 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 Coupe (295 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Coupe | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Coupe | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
