1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 15 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 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 160 kg more than 1972 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Sierra | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
