1980 Opel Ascona vs. 1964 Simca 1000
To start off, 1980 Opel Ascona is newer by 16 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Opel Ascona (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Ascona weights approximately 280 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, 1980 Opel Ascona (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Opel Ascona | 1964 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Opel | Simca |
Model | Ascona | 1000 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1964 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 36 L |