1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1967 Simca 1501
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (204 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 232 kg more than 1967 Simca 1501. 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1501. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1967 Simca 1501 | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Sierra | 1501 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1018 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |