2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 34 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 156 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, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Grande Punto | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 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 | 1170 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
