1978 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 660 kg more than 1961 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, 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair (206 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Simca |
| Model | Debonair | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2230 mm |
