1964 Simca 1000 vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 36 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 844 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 65 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, 2000 Smart ForTwo (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Simca 1000 | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Simca | Smart |
| Model | 1000 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 125 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 33 L |
