1989 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 195 kg more than 1975 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 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Pontiac Grand Am | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Pontiac | Simca |
Model | Grand Am | 1301 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |