1956 Daimler DK vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1961 Simca 1000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daimler DK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daimler DK would be higher. At 4,617 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Daimler DK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Daimler DK (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Daimler DK should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 1302 kg more than 1961 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, 1956 Daimler DK (353 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Daimler | Simca |
| Model | DK | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 36 L |
