1985 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1963 Simca 1000
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,833 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1000.
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, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Camaro | 1963 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Camaro | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2230 mm |
