1969 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 210 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, 1969 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Jeep CJ5 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Jeep | Simca |
| Model | CJ5 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2230 mm |
