2000 Saab 03-Sep vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 2000 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saab 03-Sep (129 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 300 kg more than 1970 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 Saab 03-Sep (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saab 03-Sep | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Saab | Simca |
| Model | 03-Sep | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
