1966 Simca 1000 vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 41 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1055 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.
Because 2007 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca 1000 | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Simca | SsangYong |
| Model | 1000 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 72 L |
