1997 Rover 400 vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1997 Rover 400 is newer by 36 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 400 weights approximately 390 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, 1997 Rover 400 (182 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1997 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Rover 400 | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Rover | Simca |
Model | 400 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 73 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 65 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2230 mm |