1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 41 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1300 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Simca | Porsche |
| Model | 1000 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1688 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2895 mm |
