1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1972 Simca 1301 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1972 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, 1961 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Buick Invicta | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Buick | Simca |
Model | Invicta | 1301 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1590 mm |