1972 Simca 1301 vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1158 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, 2012 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1301 | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Simca | Buick |
| Model | 1301 | Enclave |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3020 mm |
