1966 Simca 1000 vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 47 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1657 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 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca 1000 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Simca | Ford |
| Model | 1000 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1933 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3683 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 136 L |
