1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 1979 Simca 1308
To start off, 1979 Simca 1308 is newer by 19 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 9 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1308. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 151 kg more than 1979 Simca 1308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Ford Zodiac 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 1960 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Simca 1308, 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, 1960 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1308. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Zodiac | 1979 Simca 1308 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Zodiac | 1308 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
