2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 31 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Punto | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
