2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1520 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (500 Nm) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Jeep | Simca |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 36 L |
