1996 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 457 kg more than 1961 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 Cavalier (210 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Cavalier | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 36 L |
