1987 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1962 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, 1987 Pontiac Firebird (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Pontiac Firebird | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Simca |
| Model | Firebird | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2825 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 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 | 4850 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
