1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 745 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 Ninety-Eight (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Simca |
Model | Ninety-Eight | 1301 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1288 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 | 279 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |