1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 585 kg more than 1971 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 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Simca |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2530 mm |
