2000 GMC Sierra vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 2000 GMC Sierra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 765 kg more than 1970 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, 2000 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sierra | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | GMC | Simca |
| Model | Sierra | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
