1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 140 kg more than 1974 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Coupe | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
