1970 Ford GT 40 vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1971 Simca 1301 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1301 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1970 Ford GT 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Simca 1301 (100 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1971 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford GT 40 | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | GT 40 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |
