2008 Ford Explorer vs. 1965 Simca 1000
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1347 kg more than 1965 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, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 1965 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Explorer | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| 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 | 2077 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 36 L |
