1962 Ford Cortina vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 1978 Simca 1100 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1962 Ford Cortina. (48 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Simca 1100 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1962 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Ford Cortina 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 Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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 Cortina (90 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Cortina | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Cortina | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 47 L |
