2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1972 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, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK8 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | XK8 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2230 mm |
