1963 Lotus 25 vs. 1963 Simca 1000
To start off, both 1963 Lotus 25 and 1963 Simca 1000 were released in the same year (1963). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Lotus 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lotus 25 (196 HP @ 9500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lotus 25 should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Simca 1000 weights approximately 274 kg more than 1963 Lotus 25.
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:
| 1963 Lotus 25 | 1963 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Lotus | Simca |
| Model | 25 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 456 kg | 730 kg |
