1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 661 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 Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1000 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2803 mm |
