2002 Lotus Elise vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 2002 Lotus Elise 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Elise (134 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca 1000 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise.
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 Lotus Elise (175 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Elise | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Lotus | Simca |
| Model | Elise | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 47 L |
