1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 24 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 390 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, 1996 GAZ 3110 (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | GAZ | Simca |
| Model | 3110 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
