1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 40 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 788 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1000 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1563 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4769 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2712 mm |
