2009 Renault Trafic vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 2009 Renault Trafic is newer by 38 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Trafic | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | Trafic | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |
