1992 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 31 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer (159 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 800 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, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1992 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Blazer | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Blazer | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2230 mm |
