2007 Fiat Croma vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 470 kg more than 1974 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, 2007 Fiat Croma (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Croma | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
