1988 Ford Mustang vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1988 Ford Mustang is newer by 17 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Mustang weights approximately 214 kg more than 1971 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, 1988 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Mustang | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Mustang | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
