2000 Lada Samara II vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2000 Lada Samara II 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lada Samara II (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lada Samara II should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Samara II weights approximately 112 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 Lada Samara II (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Lada Samara II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada Samara II | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Lada | Simca |
| Model | Samara II | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2230 mm |
