1996 Rover 200 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 315 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 Rover 200 (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 200 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Rover | Simca |
Model | 200 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2230 mm |