1964 Simca 1300 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 510 kg more than 1964 Simca 1300. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Simca 1300 | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Simca | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1300 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
