1951 Buick 40 vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1971 Simca 1301 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick 40 (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick 40 weights approximately 625 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, 1951 Buick 40 (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1951 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick 40 | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Buick | Simca |
Model | 40 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2530 mm |