1964 Simca 1000 vs. 2008 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Ford Falcon is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Falcon weights approximately 974 kg more than 1964 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, 2008 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Simca 1000 | 2008 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Simca | Ford |
Model | 1000 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 944 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 68 L |