1990 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1990 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 18 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1180 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, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Aston Martin Virage | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
| Model | Virage | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
