2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1968 Simca 1000
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 534 kg more than 1968 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Transit Connect | 1968 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Transit Connect | 1000 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2230 mm |