1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 16 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 390 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Blazer | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
