1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1972 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Suburban | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6466 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2530 mm |
