1966 Simca 1300 vs. 2000 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 34 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca 1300 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Baleno.
Because 1966 Simca 1300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Simca 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Baleno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Suzuki Baleno (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca 1300 | 2000 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Simca | Suzuki |
| Model | 1300 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |
