1958 Ford Popular vs. 1970 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1970 Simca 1200S is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Simca 1200S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Simca 1200S (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Simca 1200S weights approximately 120 kg more than 1958 Ford Popular. 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, 1970 Simca 1200S (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Simca 1200S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Popular | 1970 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Popular | 1200S |
Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2240 mm |