1989 Ford Fairlane vs. 1963 Simca 1000
To start off, 1989 Ford Fairlane is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 830 kg more than 1963 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, 1989 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fairlane | 1963 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Fairlane | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2230 mm |
