1977 Buick Regal vs. 1966 Simca 1300
To start off, 1977 Buick Regal is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 480 kg more than 1966 Simca 1300. 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, 1977 Buick Regal (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 1966 Simca 1300 | |
Make | Buick | Simca |
Model | Regal | 1300 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4932 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |