1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 665 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 Vauxhall Zafira (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Simca | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1000 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |
