1975 Ford Escort vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1975 Ford Escort is newer by 3 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 80 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, 1975 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Escort | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
