1953 Ford Prefect vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1972 Simca 1301 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1301 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 245 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, 1972 Simca 1301 (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Prefect | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Prefect | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2530 mm |
