2009 Saturn Vue vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue 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 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (249 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Saturn Vue (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Vue | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Saturn | Simca |
| Model | Vue | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |
