1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (324 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 821 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 Infiniti G (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Simca | Infiniti |
| Model | 1000 | G |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 324 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2850 mm |
