2000 MCC ForTwo vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo 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 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1000 (52 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1000 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 MCC ForTwo. 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 MCC ForTwo (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 MCC ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 MCC ForTwo | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | MCC | Simca |
| Model | ForTwo | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2230 mm |
