2009 Saturn Outlook vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2009 Saturn Outlook 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Outlook (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Outlook weights approximately 555 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 Saturn Outlook (361 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2009 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Outlook | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Saturn | Simca |
| Model | Outlook | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 36 L |
