1962 Simca 1000 vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 51 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 987 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, 2013 Kia Sorento, 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Simca 1000 | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Simca | Kia |
| Model | 1000 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1735 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 68 L |
