1971 Simca 1301 vs. 2010 Ford E-350
To start off, 2010 Ford E-350 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-350 (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-350 weights approximately 486 kg more than 1971 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 E-350 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1301 | 2010 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Simca | Ford |
| Model | 1301 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1496 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2619 mm |
