1961 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar E-Type (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 376 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, 1961 Jaguar E-Type (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar E-Type | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | E-Type | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |
