1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1992 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 21 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 960 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, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Roadmaster | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Buick | Simca |
| Model | Roadmaster | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
