1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 1963 Simca 1000
To start off, 1995 Lincoln Continental is newer by 32 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1020 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental, 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lincoln Continental | 1963 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Simca |
| Model | Continental | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 36 L |
