2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 929 kg more than 1961 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 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | XJ | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 36 L |
