1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 25 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 6,505 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1540 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (583 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Express | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6505 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2230 mm |
