1973 Ford Capri vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, both 1973 Ford Capri and 1973 Simca 1301 were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Capri (53 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Simca 1301 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1973 Ford Capri.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Capri | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Capri | 1301 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1303 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 91 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |