2009 Hummer H3 vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 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 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 2030 kg more than 1966 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 will offer significantly more control. 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 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Hummer | Simca |
| Model | H3 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 47 L |
