1998 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 32 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 980 kg more than 1966 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 1998 Plymouth Voyager (175 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Plymouth Voyager | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Plymouth | Simca |
Model | Voyager | 1000 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2230 mm |