1971 Ford Maverick vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Maverick (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Maverick weights approximately 246 kg more than 1974 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, 1971 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Maverick | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Maverick | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2780 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
