1988 Ford Fairlane vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1988 Ford Fairlane is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Fairlane (138 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 808 kg more than 1962 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, 1988 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fairlane | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Fairlane | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2230 mm |
