2008 MG ZT-T vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 2008 MG ZT-T is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZT-T (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZT-T weights approximately 1083 kg more than 1962 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 MG ZT-T (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 MG ZT-T | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | MG | Simca |
| Model | ZT-T | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 36 L |
