2009 Pontiac Solstice vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000.
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 Pontiac Solstice (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Pontiac Solstice | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Pontiac | Simca |
Model | Solstice | 1000 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2384 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 47 L |