1973 BMW 2004 vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1973 BMW 2004 is newer by 7 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW 2004 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 2004 (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 2004 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 2004 weights approximately 200 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, 1973 BMW 2004 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 2004 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 2004 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2230 mm |
