2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 34 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 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 636 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Colorado | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2230 mm |
