1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 10 kg more than 1971 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Fiat | Simca |
Model | Palio | 1301 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |