1976 Buick Riviera vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1976 Buick Riviera is newer by 2 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Riviera (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 751 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, 1976 Buick Riviera (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Buick | Simca |
| Model | Riviera | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
