2006 Pontiac SV 6 vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 44 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Simca |
| Model | SV 6 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 36 L |
