1989 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 23 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1495 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, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
| Model | Lagonda | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2230 mm |
