1977 Alpine A 310 vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1977 Alpine A 310 is newer by 11 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 230 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, 1977 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alpine A 310 | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Alpine | Simca |
Model | A 310 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |