1962 Simca 1000 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 42 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1812 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 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Simca 1000 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1000 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 2544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 100 L |
