1989 Eagle Summit vs. 1963 Simca 1000
To start off, 1989 Eagle Summit is newer by 26 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 1,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Eagle Summit (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Eagle Summit weights approximately 300 kg more than 1963 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Simca 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Summit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Eagle Summit (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Summit | 1963 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Eagle | Simca |
| Model | Summit | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1467 cc | 943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2230 mm |
