1989 Porsche 911 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1989 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 911 weights approximately 475 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, 1989 Porsche 911 (317 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Porsche 911 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Porsche | Simca |
Model | 911 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |