1972 Simca 1000 vs. 1963 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1000 (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1000 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1963 Steyr 700C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Simca 1000 (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 1963 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Simca | Steyr |
| Model | 1000 | 700C |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 1950 mm |
