1972 Ford Galaxie vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Ford Galaxie is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Galaxie (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 1139 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Galaxie (375 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Galaxie | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Galaxie | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 36 L |
