2005 Mercury Marauder vs. 1966 Simca 1300
To start off, 2005 Mercury Marauder is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Marauder (303 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 895 kg more than 1966 Simca 1300. 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, 2005 Mercury Marauder (420 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Marauder | 1966 Simca 1300 | |
Make | Mercury | Simca |
Model | Marauder | 1300 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |