1966 Ford Lotus Cortina vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1975 Simca 1301 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1301 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Lotus Cortina | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Lotus Cortina | 1301 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |