1970 Buick Centurion vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 1972 Simca 1100 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,467 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1134 kg more than 1972 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Buick Centurion is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (100 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100. 1970 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1972 Simca 1100 has manual transmission. 1972 Simca 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Centurion | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Buick | Simca |
Model | Centurion | 1100 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2530 mm |