1989 Ford Corsair vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1989 Ford Corsair is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Corsair weights approximately 116 kg more than 1974 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Corsair | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Corsair | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
