1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Metro is newer by 26 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 999 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Metro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Metro (53 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Metro should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Metro weights approximately 125 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, 1998 Chevrolet Metro (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Metro | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Metro | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2230 mm |
