1962 Simca 1000 vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 1113 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 2010 Opel Antara 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, 2010 Opel Antara 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, 2010 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Simca 1000 | 2010 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Simca | Opel |
| Model | 1000 | Antara |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| 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 | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 65 L |
