1994 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 22 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 400 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, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 De Tomaso Guara | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Simca |
| Model | Guara | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2230 mm |
