1981 Oldsmobile Omega vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Omega weights approximately 90 kg more than 1972 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, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Oldsmobile Omega | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Simca |
| Model | Omega | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
