1969 Simca 1501 vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 1974 Ford Capri is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Capri (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 149 kg more than 1969 Simca 1501. 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 (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1501. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1501. 1974 Ford Capri has automatic transmission and 1969 Simca 1501 has manual transmission. 1969 Simca 1501 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Ford Capri will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Simca 1501 | 1974 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Simca | Ford |
| Model | 1501 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1475 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.2 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
