1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 165 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 Suzuki Jimny (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2000 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Simca | Suzuki |
| Model | 1000 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2260 mm |
