1971 Buick Centurion vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1975 Simca 1501 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Centurion | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
Make | Buick | Simca |
Model | Centurion | 1501 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2530 mm |