1979 Ford Escort vs. 1969 Simca 1501
To start off, 1979 Ford Escort is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Simca 1501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Simca 1501 (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Simca 1501 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Simca 1501 weights approximately 121 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. 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, 1969 Simca 1501 (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Simca 1501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Escort | 1969 Simca 1501 | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Escort | 1501 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |