1961 Ford Zodiac 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 Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 416 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Zodiac | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Zodiac | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2230 mm |
