1970 Buick Riviera vs. 1964 Simca 1300
To start off, 1970 Buick Riviera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Riviera (265 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Riviera weights approximately 996 kg more than 1964 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Riviera (522 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Riviera | 1964 Simca 1300 | |
Make | Buick | Simca |
Model | Riviera | 1300 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |