1976 Mercury Cougar vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1976 Mercury Cougar is newer by 4 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercury Cougar (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1210 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, 1976 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mercury Cougar | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Mercury | Simca |
Model | Cougar | 1000 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2230 mm |