1988 Opel Kadett vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1988 Opel Kadett is newer by 16 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Kadett (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Kadett weights approximately 232 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, 1988 Opel Kadett (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Kadett | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Kadett | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1007 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2230 mm |
