1977 Ford Taunus vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1977 Ford Taunus is newer by 5 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. Both 1977 Ford Taunus and 1972 Simca 1000 are equipped with a 1,294 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1000 (59 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Ford Taunus. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Taunus weights approximately 285 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Simca 1000 (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Taunus | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Taunus | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
