2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is newer by 45 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II weights approximately 388 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Terios II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Terios II | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 36 L |
