2004 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 2004 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 33 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 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2004 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bugatti Veyron | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Simca |
| Model | Veyron | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
