1991 Buick Riviera vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1991 Buick Riviera is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Riviera (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 790 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Buick Riviera (285 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Riviera | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Buick | Simca |
Model | Riviera | 1000 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 73 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 65 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |