1986 Ford Granada vs. 1967 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 2,394 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (128 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 451 kg more than 1967 Simca 1200S. 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, 1986 Ford Granada (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1200S. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Granada | 1967 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Granada | 1200S |
Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2394 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 53 L |