2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 42 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 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 1424 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, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SSR | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | SSR | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2230 mm |
