1987 Plymouth Caravelle vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1987 Plymouth Caravelle is newer by 15 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Plymouth Caravelle (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 345 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, 1987 Plymouth Caravelle (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Plymouth Caravelle | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Simca |
| Model | Caravelle | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2230 mm |
