2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1968 Simca 1301
To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 687 kg more than 1968 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Simca 1301 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Simca 1301. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1301. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1301. 2005 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1968 Simca 1301 has manual transmission. 1968 Simca 1301 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Park Avenue | 1968 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Buick | Simca |
| Model | Park Avenue | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
