1984 Buick Electra vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1984 Buick Electra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 650 kg more than 1975 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, 1984 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Buick | Simca |
Model | Electra | 1301 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |