1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 1988 Buick Skylark is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Skylark (148 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Skylark weights approximately 150 kg more than 1973 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, 1988 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Buick | Simca |
| Model | Skylark | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
