1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2010 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 5008 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 5008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 5008 (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 5008 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Peugeot 5008 (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2010 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Simca | Peugeot |
| Model | 1000 | 5008 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2735 mm |
