1974 Lada 1200 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1974 Lada 1200 is newer by 2 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lada 1200 (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lada 1200 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada 1200 weights approximately 136 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, 1972 Simca 1000 (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lada 1200 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Lada | Simca |
Model | 1200 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2230 mm |