1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1967 Simca 1501
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 663 kg more than 1967 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1501. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1967 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Gran Torino | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 43 L |
