1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 39 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1447 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Simca 1000 | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
Model | 1000 | Passat |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |