1966 Simca 1000 vs. 1973 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1973 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Dolomite (124 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Dolomite weights approximately 216 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, 1973 Triumph Dolomite (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca 1000 | 1973 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Simca | Triumph |
| Model | 1000 | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 57 L |
