2004 Infiniti FX vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2004 Infiniti FX is newer by 32 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti FX (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti FX weights approximately 980 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, 2004 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti FX | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Simca |
| Model | FX | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2230 mm |
