1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1997 Buick LeSabre is newer by 26 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 450 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, 1997 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick LeSabre | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Buick | Simca |
| Model | LeSabre | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2530 mm |
