1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1966 Simca 1300
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 29 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 1062 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1966 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | SLK | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2052 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
