1998 GMC Safari vs. 1975 Simca 1301

To start off, 1998 GMC Safari is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 915 kg more than 1975 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, 1998 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.

Compare all specifications:

1998 GMC Safari 1975 Simca 1301
Make GMC Simca
Model Safari 1301
Year Released 1998 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4293 cc 1290 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 187 HP 51 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 100 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1955 kg 1040 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2530 mm