1994 Opel Astra vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1994 Opel Astra 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Astra weights approximately 338 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 Opel Astra (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Astra | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Astra | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1113 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |
