1993 Ford Scorpio vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1993 Ford Scorpio is newer by 27 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Scorpio (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1966 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, 1993 Ford Scorpio (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Scorpio | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Scorpio | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2230 mm |
