2001 Jaguar X-Type vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2001 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 40 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (231 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 865 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, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (284 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar X-Type | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | X-Type | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 36 L |
