1969 Ford Capri vs. 1965 Simca 1300
To start off, 1969 Ford Capri is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Simca 1300 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
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, 1969 Ford Capri (149 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1300. (102 Nm). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1965 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Capri | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 60 L |
