1970 Simca 1301 vs. 1995 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1995 Ford Aspire is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Aspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Aspire (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Aspire should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Simca 1301 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1995 Ford Aspire.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 100 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Simca 1301 | 1995 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Simca | Ford |
| Model | 1301 | Aspire |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |
