2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1966 Simca 1300
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1623 kg more than 1966 Simca 1300. 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 Yukon (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1966 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | GMC | Simca |
| Model | Yukon | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1289 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 | 455 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
