1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 39 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Soul weights approximately 411 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, 2011 Kia Soul (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Simca | Kia |
| Model | 1000 | Soul |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2550 mm |
