1972 Simca 1000 vs. 1997 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1997 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 25 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (800 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 741 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 142 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, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 783 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 1997 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Simca | TVR |
| Model | 1000 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 800 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2650 mm |
