1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1987 Avanti Avanti is newer by 26 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 970 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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Avanti Avanti | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Avanti | Simca |
| Model | Avanti | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2230 mm |
