2005 GMC Safari vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 888 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 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | GMC | Simca |
| Model | Safari | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2230 mm |
