2000 Opel Corsa vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Corsa weights approximately 281 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 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Corsa | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2230 mm |
