2002 GMC Envoy vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 2002 GMC Envoy is newer by 31 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 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1006 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, 2002 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Envoy | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | GMC | Simca |
| Model | Envoy | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
