2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1964 Simca 1000
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1636 kg more than 1964 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1964 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Express | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 36 L |
