2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 48 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 375 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Silverado | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 36 L |
