2006 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 2006 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1966 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (530 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti QX4 | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Simca |
| Model | QX4 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 36 L |
