1999 Seat Formula vs. 1968 Simca 1301
To start off, 1999 Seat Formula is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Formula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Formula (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Simca 1301 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1999 Seat Formula.
Because 1999 Seat Formula is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Simca 1301. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Seat Formula (301 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1301. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Formula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Formula | 1968 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Seat | Simca |
| Model | Formula | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
