1994 BMW 318 vs. 1966 Simca 1300
To start off, 1994 BMW 318 is newer by 28 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 318 weights approximately 455 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, 1994 BMW 318 (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 318 | 1966 Simca 1300 | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | 318 | 1300 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |