1990 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Lumina 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Lumina (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 520 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 Chevrolet Lumina (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Lumina | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Lumina | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2230 mm |
