2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 33 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 5,357 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1550 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Silverado | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5357 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2230 mm |
