1962 Simca 1000 vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 48 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 661 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Simca 1000 | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Simca | Jeep |
Model | 1000 | Commander |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 944 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 80 L |