1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1000 (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1000 weights approximately 82 kg more than 1961 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 1000 (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Prefect | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2230 mm |
