2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 32 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1301 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Fiat Punto (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Fiat | Simca |
Model | Punto | 1301 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |