1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1965 Simca 1000
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1965 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 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1965 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
Model | Blazer | 1000 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2230 mm |