1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 41 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 790 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Simca | BMW |
| Model | 1000 | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2660 mm |
