1962 Ford Consul vs. 1969 Simca 1100
To start off, 1969 Simca 1100 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Simca 1100 (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Simca 1100 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1962 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Ford Consul 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 1962 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Simca 1100, 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, 1962 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 1969 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Consul | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |
