1962 Simca 1000 vs. 1987 Holden Barina
To start off, 1987 Holden Barina is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Simca 1000 weights approximately 2 kg more than 1987 Holden Barina.
Because 1962 Simca 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Holden Barina (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Simca 1000 | 1987 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Simca | Holden |
| Model | 1000 | Barina |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2250 mm |
