2007 Ford Territory vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 41 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 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 1285 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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Territory | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 944 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 36 L |
