1963 Ford Anglia vs. 1968 Simca 1000
To start off, 1968 Simca 1000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Anglia (47 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1000. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Anglia should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Anglia weights approximately 28 kg more than 1968 Simca 1000. 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, 1963 Ford Anglia (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Anglia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Anglia | 1968 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Anglia | 1000 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 38 HP |
Torque | 85 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |