2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 36 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (205 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 848 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.
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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar S-Type | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | S-Type | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.7 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 47 L |
