1965 Ford Corsair vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1972 Simca 1301 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Corsair (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 9 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Ford Corsair (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Corsair | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1031 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
