1987 Opel Omega vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1987 Opel Omega is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Omega (75 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Omega weights approximately 673 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Opel Omega (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Opel Omega | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Opel | Simca |
Model | Omega | 1000 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 65 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |