2000 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 29 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 80 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, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Prizm | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
Model | Prizm | 1301 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |