1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 1966 Simca 1300
To start off, 1981 Buick LeSabre is newer by 15 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 600 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, 1981 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick LeSabre | 1966 Simca 1300 | |
Make | Buick | Simca |
Model | LeSabre | 1300 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |