1998 Oldsmobile SS vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile SS 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Oldsmobile SS (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile SS | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Simca |
| Model | SS | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
