2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 43 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-150 weights approximately 146 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | F-150 | 1000 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 47 L |