1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 1980 Buick LeSabre is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick LeSabre (123 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 540 kg more than 1973 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, 1980 Buick LeSabre (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick LeSabre | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Buick | Simca |
| Model | LeSabre | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
