1966 Jaguar MK X vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 1036 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar MK X | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | MK X | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2230 mm |
