1971 Ford Cortina vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1971 Ford Cortina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Cortina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Cortina weights approximately 213 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. 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, 1971 Ford Cortina (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Cortina | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Cortina | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 36 L |
