1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 715 kg more than 1972 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 Nova (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Nova | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2230 mm |
