1986 Ford Escort vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Simca 1301 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Simca 1301 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1970 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Escort | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
