1962 Simca 1000 vs. 1971 ZIL 117
To start off, 1971 ZIL 117 is newer by 9 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 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 ZIL 117 (297 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 ZIL 117 weights approximately 2218 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, 1971 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Simca 1000 | 1971 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Simca | ZIL |
| Model | 1000 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3310 mm |
