1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 27 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 588 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Simca |
| Model | Sapporo | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |
