1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 992 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1000 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Abarth 1000 (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 1000 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Abarth | Simca |
Model | 1000 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 65 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2230 mm |