2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 895 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 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Kia | Simca |
| Model | Sportage | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2230 mm |
