2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 944 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Spark (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1100 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Spark (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Spark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Spark | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 793 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
