1966 Simca 1000 vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1966 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, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca 1000 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Simca | Xedos |
| Model | 1000 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2760 mm |
