2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 932 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Lumina | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5800 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 732 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 36 L |
