1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 498 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Tracker | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2230 mm |
