1966 Ford Corsair vs. 1970 Simca 1100
To start off, 1970 Simca 1100 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Corsair (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Simca 1100 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Because 1966 Ford Corsair 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 1966 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1966 Ford Corsair (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Corsair | 1970 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Corsair | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
