1979 Ford LTD vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1979 Ford LTD is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 546 kg more than 1974 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, 1979 Ford LTD (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | LTD | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
