1972 Simca 1000 vs. 1984 Pontiac Phoenix
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix is newer by 12 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Phoenix weights approximately 240 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, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 1984 Pontiac Phoenix | |
| Make | Simca | Pontiac |
| Model | 1000 | Phoenix |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |
