1999 Ford Mustang vs. 1967 Simca 1000
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 660 kg more than 1967 Simca 1000. 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, 1999 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Mustang | 1967 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Mustang | 1000 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 29 L |