2006 Rover 75 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 510 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 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Rover 75 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Rover | Simca |
Model | 75 | 1000 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2230 mm |