1962 Simca 1000 vs. 1963 Singer Vogue II
To start off, 1963 Singer Vogue II is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Singer Vogue II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Singer Vogue II (57 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Singer Vogue II should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Singer Vogue II weights approximately 360 kg more than 1962 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, 1963 Singer Vogue II (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1963 Singer Vogue II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Simca 1000 | 1963 Singer Vogue II | |
Make | Simca | Singer |
Model | 1000 | Vogue II |
Year Released | 1962 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 944 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 47 L |