1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1481 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 Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg | |
Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
Model | 1000 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 944 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2893 mm |