1957 Simca Vedette vs. 1967 Simca 1000
To start off, 1967 Simca 1000 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Vedette would be higher. At 2,350 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Simca Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Simca Vedette (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Simca Vedette should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Vedette weights approximately 430 kg more than 1967 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Simca Vedette | 1967 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | Vedette | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2230 mm |
