1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 37 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1413 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, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1000 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2881 mm |
