1970 Simca 1100 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1970 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Simca 1100 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1100 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1203 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 100 L |
