1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 1966 Simca 1300
To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 640 kg more than 1966 Simca 1300. 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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Jaguar XJS | 1966 Simca 1300 | |
Make | Jaguar | Simca |
Model | XJS | 1300 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |