1962 Simca 1000 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 49 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 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000.
Because 2011 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2011 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2011 Daihatsu Terios (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Simca 1000 | 2011 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Simca | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1000 | Terios |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |
