2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 28 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 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (630 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 579 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 890 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, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 659 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Simca |
| Model | Veyron | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 630 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
