1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1961 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 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Caprice | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Caprice | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 36 L |
