1957 Buick 40 vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 1973 Simca 1301 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Buick 40 (248 HP) has 197 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1973 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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Buick 40 | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Buick | Simca |
Model | 40 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 515 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2530 mm |