1972 Ford Granada vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 1972 Ford Granada is newer by 2 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 2,551 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Granada (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Granada weights approximately 251 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, 1972 Ford Granada (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Granada | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Granada | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2551 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |
