1992 Daihatsu Feroza vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is newer by 20 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza (95 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Feroza weights approximately 305 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, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza (129 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Feroza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Feroza | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Feroza | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2230 mm |
