2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 251 kg more than 1971 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Silverado | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2530 mm |
