1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 29 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 664 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Simca | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1000 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2950 mm |
