1994 Rover 200 vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 363 kg more than 1962 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 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 200 | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Rover | Simca |
| Model | 200 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
