1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 401 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 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Simca | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1000 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3380 mm |
