1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 20 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 6,207 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1215 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, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (326 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Blazer | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6207 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |
