1974 Ford Granada vs. 1979 Simca 1308
To start off, 1979 Simca 1308 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Granada (141 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1308. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 575 kg more than 1979 Simca 1308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Simca 1308, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Ford Granada (347 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1308. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1979 Simca 1308 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Granada | 1308 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
