2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 43 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
Model | Suburban | 1000 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 36 L |