1987 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1968 Simca 1000
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 650 kg more than 1968 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Blazer | 1968 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Blazer | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2230 mm |
