1980 Ford Falcon vs. 1980 Simca 1309
To start off, both 1980 Ford Falcon and 1980 Simca 1309 were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Falcon (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Simca 1309. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1980 Simca 1309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Falcon weights approximately 260 kg more than 1980 Simca 1309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Simca 1309, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Simca 1309. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Simca 1309.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Falcon | 1980 Simca 1309 | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Falcon | 1309 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |