1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith vs. 1968 Simca 1000
To start off, 1968 Simca 1000 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,257 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith (124 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 1384 kg more than 1968 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. 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith has automatic transmission and 1968 Simca 1000 has manual transmission. 1968 Simca 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | 1968 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Simca |
| Model | Silver Wraith | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4257 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.4:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2134 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 60 L |
