1963 Simca 1000 vs. 2000 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2000 TVR Chimaera is newer by 37 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 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 330 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.
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, 2000 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Simca 1000 | 2000 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Simca | TVR |
| Model | 1000 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 943 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 57 L |
