1966 Simca 1000 vs. 1960 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1966 Simca 1000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Skoda Felicia (49 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Skoda Felicia should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 140 kg more than 1966 Simca 1000. 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, 1960 Skoda Felicia (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca 1000 | 1960 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Simca | Skoda |
| Model | 1000 | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 47 L |
