2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 37 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 65 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Avalanche | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2530 mm |
