2005 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 2005 Kia Pride Wagon 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Pride Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Pride Wagon (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Pride Wagon should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Pride Wagon weights approximately 70 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 1966 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 1966 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Pride Wagon, 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, 2005 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Pride Wagon | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Kia | Simca |
| Model | Pride Wagon | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2230 mm |
