1994 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1964 Simca 1000
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 977 kg more than 1964 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, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (301 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | 1964 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | XJ6 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |
