1994 Chevrolet APV vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet APV is newer by 33 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet APV (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 885 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, 1994 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1994 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet APV | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | APV | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2230 mm |
