1966 Simca 1300 vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1968 Triumph 2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1966 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca 1300 | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Simca | Triumph |
| Model | 1300 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
