1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 40 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), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Simca | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1000 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| 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 | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3650 mm |
