2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 1090 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 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Captiva | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |
