1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 30 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Octavia (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 565 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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Simca | Skoda |
| Model | 1000 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2580 mm |
