1992 Jaguar XJS vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 998 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Jaguar XJS | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Jaguar | Simca |
Model | XJS | 1000 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3978 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 36 L |