2008 Kia Carens vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 47 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carens weights approximately 901 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, 2008 Kia Carens (305 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carens | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Kia | Simca |
| Model | Carens | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 36 L |
