1958 Ford Anglia vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Simca 1301 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 274 kg more than 1958 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1974 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Anglia | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Anglia | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
| 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 | 100 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 | 740 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2530 mm |
