2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 40 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1195 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 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Mercury | Simca |
| Model | Mariner | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 36 L |
