1951 Ford Custom vs. 1975 Simca 2 Litres
To start off, 1975 Simca 2 Litres is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Custom would be higher. At 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine.
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. 1975 Simca 2 Litres has automatic transmission and 1951 Ford Custom has manual transmission. 1951 Ford Custom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Simca 2 Litres will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Custom | 1975 Simca 2 Litres | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Custom | 2 Litres |
Year Released | 1951 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |