2005 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2005 Oldsmobile Alero 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Oldsmobile Alero (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 500 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 Oldsmobile Alero (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Oldsmobile Alero | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Simca |
| Model | Alero | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2230 mm |
