1998 Opel Astra vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1998 Opel Astra 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Astra (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Astra weights approximately 420 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 Opel Astra (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Astra | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Astra | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2230 mm |
