2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 34 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1425 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | GMC | Simca |
| Model | Envoy | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2530 mm |
