1961 Simca 1000 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Jetta (59 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 95 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, 1980 Volkswagen Jetta (95 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1980 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Simca 1000 | 1980 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1000 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 40 L |
