2005 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 39 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tracker (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tracker | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Tracker | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2230 mm |
