2002 Rover 45 vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 2002 Rover 45 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 45 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 45 weights approximately 285 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, 2002 Rover 45, 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, 2002 Rover 45 (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Rover 45 | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Rover | Simca |
| Model | 45 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
