1962 Simca 1000 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 50 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 817 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Simca 1000 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Simca | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1000 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 129 L |
