1972 Simca 1000 vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 24 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (86 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 500 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, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Simca | Suzuki |
| Model | 1000 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1360 kg |
