2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1965 Simca 1300
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 929 kg more than 1965 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Simca 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1965 Simca 1300 | |
Make | Mercury | Simca |
Model | Mountaineer | 1300 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.3 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |