1986 Ford Escort vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Simca 1000 (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 60 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Escort (83 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Escort | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 36 L |
