1974 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1967 Simca 1000
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 785 kg more than 1967 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, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (272 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Nova | 1967 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Nova | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2230 mm |
