1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,984 cc, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 438 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 Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 Scirocco | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1000 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1404 mm |
