1989 GMC Jimmy vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1989 GMC Jimmy is newer by 18 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 870 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, 1989 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Jimmy | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | GMC | Simca |
| Model | Jimmy | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
