1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2000 Saturn SC is newer by 28 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn SC (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn SC weights approximately 210 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, 2000 Saturn SC (154 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Simca | Saturn |
| Model | 1000 | SC |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |
