1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1996 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 24 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 925 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, 1996 Bristol Blenheim (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bristol Blenheim | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Bristol | Simca |
| Model | Blenheim | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2230 mm |
