1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 34 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 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 485 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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Simca | Porsche |
| Model | 1000 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2420 mm |
