1972 Morgan 4 vs. 1965 Simca 1300
To start off, 1972 Morgan 4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Simca 1300 weights approximately 336 kg more than 1972 Morgan 4.
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 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Morgan 4 | 1965 Simca 1300 | |
Make | Morgan | Simca |
Model | 4 | 1300 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |