1966 Simca 1000 vs. 2000 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2000 Holden Commodore is newer by 34 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 860 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, 2000 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000. 2000 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1966 Simca 1000 has manual transmission. 1966 Simca 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca 1000 | 2000 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Simca | Holden |
| Model | 1000 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2950 mm |
