1972 Simca 1000 vs. 1978 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1978 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 6 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1000 (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1000 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1978 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Triumph Spitfire (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 1978 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Simca | Triumph |
| Model | 1000 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2110 mm |
