1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2011 Buick Regal
To start off, 2011 Buick Regal is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Regal (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Regal weights approximately 619 kg more than 1974 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, 2011 Buick Regal (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 2011 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Simca | Buick |
| Model | 1301 | Regal |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2738 mm |
