1963 Simca 1000 vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 49 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1748 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 2012 GMC Canyon 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, 2012 GMC Canyon 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, 2012 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Simca 1000 | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Simca | GMC |
| Model | 1000 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 943 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 72 L |
