1987 GMC Suburban vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1987 GMC Suburban is newer by 15 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1230 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, 1987 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Suburban | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | GMC | Simca |
| Model | Suburban | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2530 mm |
