1966 Morris Mini Moke vs. 1965 Simca 1000
To start off, 1966 Morris Mini Moke is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 944 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Simca 1000 (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Simca 1000 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Simca 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Morris Mini Moke, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Simca 1000 (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1965 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Morris Mini Moke | 1965 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Morris | Simca |
| Model | Mini Moke | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 36 L |
