2008 Buick Enclave vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Enclave (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 850 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Buick Enclave (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Enclave | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Buick | Simca |
| Model | Enclave | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
