1972 Simca 1000 vs. 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 7 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 1,455 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1000 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Simca 1000 | 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
Model | 1000 | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |