1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 33 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, 1972 Simca 1000 (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1000 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Smart ForTwo (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Simca | Smart |
| Model | 1000 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 1820 mm |
