2002 Opel Corsa vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2002 Opel Corsa 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 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Corsa (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Corsa weights approximately 85 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 Opel Corsa (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Corsa | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Corsa | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2230 mm |
