1961 Simca 1000 vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 50 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 1042 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, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2011 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Simca 1000 | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Simca | SsangYong |
| Model | 1000 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 75 L |
