1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1966 Simca 1300
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1300 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 1966 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca 1300 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra.
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, 1966 Simca 1300 (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (98 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1966 Simca 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Sierra | 1966 Simca 1300 | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Sierra | 1300 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1289 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 | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |