2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 5,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (395 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 303 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 TrailBlazer (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2230 mm |
