1962 Simca 1000 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 43 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1497 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1000 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 100 L |
