1959 Ford Escort vs. 1980 Simca 1309
To start off, 1980 Simca 1309 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Simca 1309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Simca 1309 (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Simca 1309 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Simca 1309 weights approximately 293 kg more than 1959 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Simca 1309, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Simca 1309 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1980 Simca 1309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort. 1980 Simca 1309 has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Simca 1309 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Escort | 1980 Simca 1309 | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Escort | 1309 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2610 mm |