2007 Opel Corsa vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 160 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 Opel Corsa (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Corsa | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2230 mm |
