2005 Mini Cooper vs. 1964 Simca 1000
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mini Cooper weights approximately 395 kg more than 1964 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper, 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 Mini Cooper (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini Cooper | 1964 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Mini | Simca |
| Model | Cooper | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 36 L |
