1970 Lincoln Continental vs. 1968 Simca 1000
To start off, 1970 Lincoln Continental is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 7,534 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lincoln Continental (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1968 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, 1970 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Lincoln Continental | 1968 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Lincoln | Simca |
Model | Continental | 1000 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7534 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2230 mm |