2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1970 Simca 1100
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 734 kg more than 1970 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1100. (91 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 1970 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Blazer | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |
