1976 Ford Falcon vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 1976 Ford Falcon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 370 kg more than 1970 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Falcon | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
