1983 Ford Mustang vs. 1965 Simca 1300
To start off, 1983 Ford Mustang is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Mustang (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Mustang weights approximately 189 kg more than 1965 Simca 1300. 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 Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Mustang | 1965 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Mustang | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
