1965 Simca 1000 vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 740 kg more than 1965 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Simca 1000 | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Simca | Suzuki |
| Model | 1000 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 2400 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 | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 63 L |
