1962 Simca 1000 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 39 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 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 523 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, 2001 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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1000 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
