1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 459 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1000 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |
