1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1970 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1972 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 631 kg more than 1970 Simca 1200S. 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 Mustang (502 Nm) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 1970 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Mustang | 1200S |
Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 106 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2240 mm |