1973 Matra-Simca M530 vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1973 Matra-Simca M530 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 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Matra-Simca M530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Matra-Simca M530 (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Matra-Simca M530 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Matra-Simca M530 weights approximately 115 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 Matra-Simca M530 (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Matra-Simca M530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Matra-Simca M530 | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Simca |
| Model | M530 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2230 mm |
