1973 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 273 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Vega | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Vega | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 36 L |
