1974 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1963 Simca 1300
To start off, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP) has 245 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1300. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 950 kg more than 1963 Simca 1300. 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, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1974 De Tomaso Deauville | 1963 Simca 1300 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Simca |
Model | Deauville | 1300 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 450 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 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 | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |