1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 38 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 635 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, 2010 BMW 118 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Simca 1000 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Simca | BMW |
Model | 1000 | 118 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2660 mm |