1963 Simca 1000 vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 470 kg more than 1963 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Simca 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Simca 1000 | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Simca | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 1000 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 943 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 76 L |
