1975 Ford Capri vs. 1975 Simca 1100
To start off, both 1975 Ford Capri and 1975 Simca 1100 were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (55 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Capri weights approximately 100 kg more than 1975 Simca 1100.
Because 1975 Ford Capri 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 1975 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Simca 1100, 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, 1975 Ford Capri (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Capri | 1975 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Capri | 1100 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 65 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |