1972 Porsche 911 vs. 1963 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,339 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 911 weights approximately 347 kg more than 1963 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Porsche 911 | 1963 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Porsche | Simca |
Model | 911 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 2339 cc | 943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 36 L |