1969 Ford Corsair vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1971 Simca 1301 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Corsair (59 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1301 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1969 Ford Corsair.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Ford Corsair (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Corsair | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Corsair | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
