1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1975 Simca 1309
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1309 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette (163 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1309. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 664 kg more than 1975 Simca 1309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1309. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1309. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1975 Simca 1309 has manual transmission. 1975 Simca 1309 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1975 Simca 1309 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Simca |
| Model | Silhouette | 1309 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
