1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 640 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Mustang | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5753 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |
