1974 GMC Suburban vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1974 GMC Suburban is newer by 12 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1468 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.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Suburban (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Suburban | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | GMC | Simca |
| Model | Suburban | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2230 mm |
