1972 Simca 1000 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 18 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Jetta (54 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 100 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, 1990 Volkswagen Jetta (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 1990 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1000 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2480 mm |
