1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 709 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.
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, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
Model | Corvette | 1000 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 68.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |