2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1964 Simca 1000

To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 42 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1108 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous, 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1964 Simca 1000 has manual transmission. 1964 Simca 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2006 Buick Rendezvous 1964 Simca 1000
Make Buick Simca
Model Rendezvous 1000
Year Released 2006 1964
Body Type Crossover Sedan
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3489 cc 844 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 195 HP 38 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 292 Nm 59 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 68 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 65 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 8.2:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1858 kg 750 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2230 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 36 L