1995 Porsche 928 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1995 Porsche 928 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 5,395 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 928 (345 HP) has 286 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 928 weights approximately 540 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 Porsche 928 (500 Nm) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 928 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | 928 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5395 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2230 mm |
