1970 Simca 1301 vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 40 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1516 kg more than 1970 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Simca 1301 | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Simca | Ford |
Model | 1301 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3023 mm |