2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 890 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 Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Lumina | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2230 mm |
