1975 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 3 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1162 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, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Caprice | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Caprice | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2022 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2230 mm |
