1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 812 kg more than 1972 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Simca | Ford |
| Model | 1000 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2860 mm |
