2009 Hummer H2 vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 2173 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 Hummer H2 (564 Nm) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H2 | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Hummer | Simca |
| Model | H2 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 564 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 36 L |
