1962 Simca 1000 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 35 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (69 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 433 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Simca 1000 | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1000 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |
