2008 Hummer H3 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 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 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1372 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 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Hummer | Simca |
| Model | H3 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2230 mm |
