1984 Ford Orion vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1984 Ford Orion is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Orion (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1301 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1984 Ford Orion.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Orion | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
