1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1342 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 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Simca | Hyundai |
| Model | 1000 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2760 mm |
