1959 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1968 Simca 1000
To start off, 1968 Simca 1000 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 610 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1968 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
Model | SC | 1000 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2230 mm |