1972 Simca 1000 vs. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 13 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 954 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Simca 1000 | 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Simca | Aston Martin |
Model | 1000 | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2620 mm |