1966 Simca 1300 vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 1974 Ford Capri is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Capri (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 20 kg more than 1966 Simca 1300. 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, 1974 Ford Capri (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca 1300 | 1974 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Simca | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
