1975 Ford Capri vs. 1967 Simca 1501
To start off, 1975 Ford Capri is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,473 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Simca 1501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Simca 1501 (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Simca 1501 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Simca 1501 weights approximately 33 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. 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, 1967 Simca 1501 (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Simca 1501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Capri | 1967 Simca 1501 | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Capri | 1501 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1018 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |