2004 AC Aceca vs. 1964 Simca 1000
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 880 kg more than 1964 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, 2004 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 1964 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | AC | Simca |
| Model | Aceca | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 36 L |
