1971 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1340 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Simca |
Model | Toronado | 1000 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 65 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2230 mm |