1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 1963 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne weights approximately 1077 kg more than 1963 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 1963 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Biscayne | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 36 L |
