1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP) has 216 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 677 kg more than 1962 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 Corvette (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Corvette | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
