2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 29 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 766 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, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Blazer | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
