1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 1964 Simca 1000
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet El Camino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino weights approximately 721 kg more than 1964 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 El Camino (324 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino has automatic transmission and 1964 Simca 1000 has manual transmission. 1964 Simca 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet El Camino | 1964 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | El Camino | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5013 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1471 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 36 L |
