2008 Acura RL vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 36 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RL weights approximately 454 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, 2008 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Acura | Simca |
| Model | RL | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2230 mm |
