1963 Simca 1000 vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (126 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 700 kg more than 1963 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (174 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Simca 1000 | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Simca | Suzuki |
| Model | 1000 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 943 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 66 L |
