1972 Simca 1000 vs. 1973 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1973 Triumph 2000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 473 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, 1973 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 1973 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Simca | Triumph |
| Model | 1000 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |
