2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 315 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor (347 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Simca |
| Model | Endeavor | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
