1973 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 1 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1080 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, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Deauville | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Simca |
| Model | Deauville | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |
