1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1966 Simca 1000 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 903 cc (3 cylinders), 1954 DKW Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Simca 1000 (38 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Coupe weights approximately 129 kg more than 1966 Simca 1000.
Because 1966 Simca 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 DKW Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 DKW Coupe (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 DKW Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | DKW | Simca |
| Model | Coupe | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2230 mm |
