1970 Buick Centurion vs. 1980 Simca 1100
To start off, 1980 Simca 1100 is newer by 10 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 181 more horse power than 1980 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1980 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 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 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Centurion | 1980 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Buick | Simca |
Model | Centurion | 1100 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 880 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 |