1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1995 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Roadmaster | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
Make | Buick | Simca |
Model | Roadmaster | 1501 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |