1983 Ford Granada vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1983 Ford Granada is newer by 21 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Granada (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Granada weights approximately 503 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, 1983 Ford Granada (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Granada | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Granada | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2230 mm |
