1983 Ford GT vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1983 Ford GT is newer by 11 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford GT (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford GT weights approximately 355 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, 1983 Ford GT (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford GT | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | GT | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2230 mm |
