1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 541 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 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1000 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1401 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2578 mm |
