1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 455 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 Golf | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1000 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2580 mm |
