1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1963 Simca 1000
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 240 kg more than 1963 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, 1984 Ford Sierra (98 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1963 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Sierra | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 36 L |
