1961 Simca 1000 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 44 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 549 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Simca 1000 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1000 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |
