1989 Ford Telstar vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1989 Ford Telstar is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Telstar weights approximately 255 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Telstar (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Telstar | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Telstar | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |
