1966 Simca 1000 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 46 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 285 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Simca 1000 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Simca | Chevrolet |
Model | 1000 | Silverado |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 944 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 98 L |