1962 Simca 1000 vs. 2007 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2007 Toyota Aygo is newer by 45 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 132 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, 2007 Toyota Aygo, 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, 2007 Toyota Aygo (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Simca 1000 | 2007 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 35 L |
