2006 Opel Corsa vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 35 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 125 kg more than 1971 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Corsa | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1288 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 | 170 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
