2009 GMC Savana vs. 1964 Simca 1000
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Savana (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 1635 kg more than 1964 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Savana (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000. 2009 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1964 Simca 1000 has manual transmission. 1964 Simca 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Savana | 1964 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | GMC | Simca |
| Model | Savana | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
