1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 1969 Simca 1301
To start off, 1969 Simca 1301 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 196 kg more than 1969 Simca 1301. 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, 1960 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1301. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Zodiac | 1969 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Zodiac | 1301 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |