1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 23 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1170 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, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Caprice | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2230 mm |
