1979 Buick Regal vs. 1964 Simca 1300
To start off, 1979 Buick Regal is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Regal (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 440 kg more than 1964 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, 1979 Buick Regal (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 1964 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Buick | Simca |
| Model | Regal | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 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 |
