2007 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (248 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1430 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 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche Cayenne | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | Cayenne | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 36 L |
