1974 Ford Capri vs. 1969 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1974 Ford Capri is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Simca 1200S (85 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 130 kg more than 1969 Simca 1200S.
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, 1969 Simca 1200S (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Simca 1200S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Capri | 1969 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Capri | 1200S |
Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1203 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 85 HP |
Torque | 91 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2240 mm |