1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 681 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 Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Tiguan | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1000 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2604 mm |
