1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 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 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Cortina | 1301 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |