1979 Ford LTD vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1979 Ford LTD is newer by 13 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 1060 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, 1979 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | LTD | 1000 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2230 mm |