1974 Hyundai Pony vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1974 Hyundai Pony is newer by 8 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 1,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Hyundai Pony (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 10 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, 1974 Hyundai Pony (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Hyundai Pony | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Hyundai | Simca |
Model | Pony | 1000 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1238 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 68.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 65 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |