1975 Simca 1309 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1975 Simca 1309 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 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Simca 1309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Simca 1309 (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Simca 1309 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1309 weights approximately 281 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 Simca 1309 (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Simca 1309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1309 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | 1309 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |
