2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward vs. 1978 Simca Horizon
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca Horizon would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1978 Simca Horizon. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 1425 kg more than 1978 Simca Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward 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 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Simca Horizon, 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca Horizon. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | 1978 Simca Horizon | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Simca |
| Model | Park Ward | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 47 L |
