1994 Mercury Mystique vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1994 Mercury Mystique 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 382 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 Mercury Mystique (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mercury Mystique | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Mercury | Simca |
Model | Mystique | 1000 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |