1961 Simca 1000 vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2001 Kia Visto is newer by 40 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 944 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Visto (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Visto should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Visto weights approximately 70 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, 2001 Kia Visto (74 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2001 Kia Visto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Simca 1000 | 2001 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Simca | Kia |
| Model | 1000 | Visto |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2390 mm |
