1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1967 Simca 1000
To start off, 1976 Buick LeSabre is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 996 kg more than 1967 Simca 1000. 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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1000. 1976 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1967 Simca 1000 has manual transmission. 1967 Simca 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 1967 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Buick | Simca |
Model | LeSabre | 1000 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 29 L |