1953 Ford Prefect vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1000 (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1000 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1953 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Ford Prefect (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Ford Prefect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Prefect | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Prefect | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2230 mm |
