2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 578 kg more than 1972 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, 2005 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Buick | Simca |
| Model | LeSabre | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
