2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 38 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 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1104 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 2004 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Liberty | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Jeep | Simca |
| Model | Liberty | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3686 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 36 L |
