1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1990 GMC Jimmy is newer by 19 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 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 360 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, 1990 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | GMC | Simca |
| Model | Jimmy | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 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 | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
