1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 629 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Simca |
Model | Cutlass | 1000 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2230 mm |