1975 Ford Torino vs. 1967 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1975 Ford Torino is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 795 kg more than 1967 Simca 1200S. 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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1200S. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Torino | 1967 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Torino | 1200S |
Year Released | 1975 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 53 L |