2000 Porsche Boxster vs. 1964 Simca 1000
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 36 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 510 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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Porsche Boxster | 1964 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Porsche | Simca |
Model | Boxster | 1000 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2687 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2230 mm |