2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1966 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | 911 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |
