2001 Holden Zafira vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2001 Holden Zafira is newer by 29 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Zafira weights approximately 454 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, 2001 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Zafira | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Holden | Simca |
| Model | Zafira | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
