1985 Holden Drover vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 13 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Drover (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Drover weights approximately 90 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, 1985 Holden Drover (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Drover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Holden | Simca |
| Model | Drover | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2230 mm |
