1975 Porsche 924 vs. 1964 Simca 1000
To start off, 1975 Porsche 924 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 924 (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Porsche 924 weights approximately 286 kg more than 1964 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, 1975 Porsche 924 (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000. 1975 Porsche 924 has automatic transmission and 1964 Simca 1000 has manual transmission. 1964 Simca 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Porsche 924 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Porsche 924 | 1964 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | 924 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
