1963 Simca 1500 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1500 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1500. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 393 kg more than 1963 Simca 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Simca 1500 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 1963 Simca 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1500. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Simca 1500 | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1500 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1475 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
