1978 Avanti Avanti vs. 1964 Simca 1000
To start off, 1978 Avanti Avanti is newer by 14 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 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 850 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Avanti Avanti | 1964 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Avanti | Simca |
| Model | Avanti | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 6568 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2230 mm |
