1972 Simca 1000 vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1000 (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 170 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Simca 1000 (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (96 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Simca | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1000 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |
