1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 1972 Simca 1100 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 550 kg more than 1972 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Jaguar XK (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | XK | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
