1964 Simca 1300 vs. 2010 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 46 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 933 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, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Simca 1300 | 2010 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Simca | SsangYong |
| Model | 1300 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
