1972 Simca 1000 vs. 1995 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1995 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 23 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 575 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, 1995 Hyundai Marcia (189 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 1995 Hyundai Marcia | |
| Make | Simca | Hyundai |
| Model | 1000 | Marcia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
