2009 Hummer H3 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 37 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1334 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, 2009 Hummer H3 (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Hummer | Simca |
| Model | H3 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2230 mm |
