2002 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1963 Simca 1000
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 735 kg more than 1963 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 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | 1963 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | C | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 36 L |
