1972 Simca 1000 vs. 1970 Ford Escort
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1000 (52 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1000 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort. 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 Simca 1000 (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 1970 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Simca | Ford |
| Model | 1000 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2400 mm |
