1999 Mercury Sable vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 33 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 815 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, 1999 Mercury Sable, 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1966 Simca 1000 has manual transmission. 1966 Simca 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Sable | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Mercury | Simca |
| Model | Sable | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
