1998 Buick Century vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1998 Buick Century is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Century weights approximately 700 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Century | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Buick | Simca |
| Model | Century | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2230 mm |
