1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 23 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 761 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, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Simca |
| Model | Cutlass | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2230 mm |
