1985 Ford Meteor vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1985 Ford Meteor is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Meteor (82 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Meteor (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Meteor | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Meteor | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
