1973 Opel Admiral vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1973 Opel Admiral 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 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Opel Admiral (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Admiral weights approximately 743 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 Opel Admiral (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Opel Admiral | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Opel | Simca |
Model | Admiral | 1000 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2784 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 36 L |