1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 771 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Chevelle | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 36 L |
