1973 Jaguar XJ vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1973 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 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 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jaguar XJ (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1060 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, 1973 Jaguar XJ (409 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Jaguar XJ | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Jaguar | Simca |
Model | XJ | 1000 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5344 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 409 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 65 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2230 mm |