2004 GMC Safari vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (191 HP) has 140 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 1061 kg more than 1962 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, 2004 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | GMC | Simca |
| Model | Safari | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 36 L |
