1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 35 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Eos (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2007 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1000 | Eos |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2580 mm |
