2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1964 Simca 1300
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1582 kg more than 1964 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Simca 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1964 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Simca |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 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 | 2572 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
