2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 35 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Silverado | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2230 mm |
