1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1984 Ford Fiesta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Fiesta (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Fiesta (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Fiesta | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2530 mm |
