1966 Simca 1000 vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 45 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 245 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, 2011 Suzuki Equator (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca 1000 | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Simca | Suzuki |
| Model | 1000 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 80 L |
