1962 Simca 1000 vs. 1979 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1979 Suzuki Cervo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 944 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Simca 1000 (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Simca 1000 weights approximately 192 kg more than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Simca 1000 (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Simca 1000 | 1979 Suzuki Cervo | |
Make | Simca | Suzuki |
Model | 1000 | Cervo |
Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 944 cc | 543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2040 mm |