2007 GMC Envoy vs. 1968 Simca 1000
To start off, 2007 GMC Envoy is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1000.
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, 2007 GMC Envoy (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1000. 2007 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1968 Simca 1000 has manual transmission. 1968 Simca 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Envoy | 1968 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | GMC | Simca |
| Model | Envoy | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
