1973 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1120 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 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1973 De Tomaso Deauville | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Simca |
Model | Deauville | 1000 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 68.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 65 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |