1965 Simca 1000 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 46 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 1,968 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 568 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 1965 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 1965 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Simca 1000 | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1000 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1404 mm |
