2005 Opel Speedster vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 2005 Opel Speedster 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Speedster weights approximately 255 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.
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 Opel Speedster (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Speedster | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Speedster | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 43 L |
