2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1965 Simca 1000
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (190 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 764 kg more than 1965 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 Ford Mustang (298 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1965 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Mustang | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 36 L |
