1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i20 is newer by 36 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 406 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, 2008 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Simca | Hyundai |
| Model | 1000 | i20 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2525 mm |
