1968 AMC AMX vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1968 AMC AMX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 647 kg more than 1961 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | AMC | Simca |
| Model | AMX | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2230 mm |
