1953 Buick 40 vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1975 Simca 1301 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Buick 40 (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1975 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, 1953 Buick 40 (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Buick 40 | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Buick | Simca |
Model | 40 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4315 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2530 mm |