1975 Simca 1301 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 602 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 708 kg more than 1975 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (856 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 756 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1301 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Simca | Ford |
| Model | 1301 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 856 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
