2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 29 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 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 885 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Simca |
| Model | Silhouette | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2230 mm |
