1964 Simca 1000 vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1977 Holden Kingswood is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 580 kg more than 1964 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000. 1977 Holden Kingswood has automatic transmission and 1964 Simca 1000 has manual transmission. 1964 Simca 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Holden Kingswood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Simca 1000 | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Simca | Holden |
| Model | 1000 | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |
