1976 Ford Capri vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1976 Ford Capri is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Capri (54 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Capri weights approximately 278 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. 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, 1976 Ford Capri (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Capri | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Capri | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2230 mm |
