2005 Opel Vectra vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 810 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 Opel Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Vectra | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2230 mm |
