1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1977 Holden Kingswood is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 650 kg more than 1961 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Holden | Simca |
| Model | Kingswood | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2230 mm |
