2002 Acura RSX vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2002 Acura RSX is newer by 30 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura RSX weights approximately 447 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, 2002 Acura RSX (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Acura | Simca |
| Model | RSX | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2230 mm |
