1969 Morgan 4 vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1969 Morgan 4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Simca 1000 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1969 Morgan 4.
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, 1969 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Morgan 4 | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Morgan | Simca |
| Model | 4 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2230 mm |
