1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1964 Simca 1000
To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (54 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 200 kg more than 1964 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 Cortina (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1964 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Cortina | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
