1972 Simca 1000 vs. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 15 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 320 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica (147 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 1987 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Simca | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1000 | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
