1964 Ford Anglia vs. 1976 Simca 1100
To start off, 1976 Simca 1100 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Simca 1100 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Simca 1100 weights approximately 143 kg more than 1964 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Ford Anglia 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 1964 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1964 Ford Anglia (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Ford Anglia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 1976 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Anglia | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
