2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Punto | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
