1965 Ford Zephyr vs. 1964 Simca 1000
To start off, 1965 Ford Zephyr is newer by 1 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 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Zephyr (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 345 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, 1965 Ford Zephyr (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Zephyr | 1964 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Zephyr | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
