2000 Acura Integra vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2000 Acura Integra is newer by 28 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura Integra weights approximately 395 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, 2000 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Acura | Simca |
| Model | Integra | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2230 mm |
