1966 Mercury Cougar vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Cougar (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 800 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Cougar | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Mercury | Simca |
| Model | Cougar | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2230 mm |
