1966 Datsun 1000 vs. 1964 Simca 1000
To start off, 1966 Datsun 1000 is newer by 2 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 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Datsun 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Datsun 1000 (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Datsun 1000 should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Simca 1000 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1966 Datsun 1000.
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, 1966 Datsun 1000 (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Datsun 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Datsun 1000 | 1964 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Datsun | Simca |
| Model | 1000 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 125 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2230 mm |
