1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1975 Simca 1501 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 126 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Simca 1501 (100 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1975 Simca 1501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford GT 40 | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | GT 40 | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |
