1991 Innocenti 990 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1991 Innocenti 990 is newer by 19 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 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1991 Innocenti 990 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Innocenti 990 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Innocenti 990 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1000 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Innocenti 990 (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Innocenti 990 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Innocenti 990 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Simca |
| Model | 990 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2230 mm |
