2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1972 Simca 1301
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 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 740 kg more than 1972 Simca 1301. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Colorado | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2530 mm |
